Virginia § 8.01-440 - Docketing and execution
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 8.01-440 — Docketing and execution, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8.01-440. Docketing and execution
The clerk shall forthwith docket such judgment in the current judgment lien docket in his office and shall issue execution thereon as he may be directed by the creditor therein named, or his assigns, in the manner prescribed by law.
Code 1950, § 8-364; 1977, c. 617.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 8.01-440
What does Code of Virginia § 8.01-440 cover?
Section 8.01-440 ("Docketing and execution") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Virginia § 8.01-440?
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Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 8.01-440 apply to my situation?
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